Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members voted Monday to recommend approval of a new parks, recreation and culture comprehensive plan that contains goals for new improvements and partnerships but avoids committing to major projects.
August Rudisell / Lawrence Times
As the sky prepares to drop another several inches of snow on the town, there is good news for those dreaming of warmer days in the garden. Lawrence’s compost facility will soon open for the season.
Lawrence and northeastern Kansas could see 5 to 9 inches of snowfall Tuesday night into Wednesday afternoon.
Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Cold temperatures and the possibility of snow are in the forecast in the coming days, and the city is seeking volunteers to open an extra shelter space to ensure folks have a warm place to sleep.
The city has dismissed a lawsuit against a Lawrence apartment complex accused of refusing to rent to a woman who receives housing vouchers, though ultimately the woman was not able to move in.
The online program the City of Lawrence uses to gather community feedback to help shape its budget is going online Saturday.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
City solid waste crews will pick up yard waste during only two of the four weeks in February to ”enhance operational efficiency.”
The City of Lawrence is seeking community feedback on the shape, size and amenities of the new shallow section of the outdoor pool.
Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
The KU Powwow and Cultural Arts Festival, Free State Festival and Paper Plains Zine Fest are among 32 events set to receive funding from the City of Lawrence this year.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Starting with this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, solid waste pickup will not be delayed by a day in Lawrence. Details, plus more notes on holiday closures and service changes, are here.
